Chapter 381

Chapter 381

Sherilyn sat frozen, a storm of emotions having just passed, leaving her in a state of

maybe? Playing the role of a shield was never easy,

confusion. He’s gone. Gone for?

especially having to watch Gilbert and his… sister–in–law get all flirty. Ugh.

She rested her hand gentl

on her stomach, whispering a silent prayer. If only some divine intervention could grant her wish to bear a child! Watching Gilbert and Caroline exchanging glances filled with affection was more than she could bear.

Downstairs, Gilbert hadn’t managed to shake off his foul mood.

Caroline noticed immediately. Taking his jacket from him, she flashed a sly grin. “Did leaving me here get her all worked up?”

“No,” Gilbert replied, shaking his head, though feeling an uncomfortable tightness in his

chest.

she be? I knew you long before she was even born. Why should

words only added to Gilbert’s irritation.

should head to bed,” he said, before

paused, puzzled. Was he annoyed with her, or was he just eager to console Sherilyn?

“Gilbert, oh, Gilbert.”

:

soon. Without turning on the light, he laid

smell his cologne mixed with a

help but speak, “Can you… maybe

of letting go, Gilbert pulled her closer. “This is my bed. I belong here.”

sat up abruptly. “Just for tonight, please?

said, turning on the bedside lamp. His face was

long do you plan

replied, taking a deep breath. “You

11:22

I can’t sleep.”

pajama top.

hard to notice your

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